なるべく (narubeku): As much as possible; if possible
～なるべく (narubeku)
Meaning
As much as possible; if possible
Formation and usage
なるべく + clause
Notation: N = noun; V dictionary = dictionary-form verb; V stem = the stem before ます; plain clause = plain-form clause; negative stem = the form before ない. Follow the attachment shown above.
Explanation
Requests or describes doing something to the extent possible.
Examples
なるべく早く資料を確認してください。
Please check the documents as soon as possible.
なるべく早く先生に相談してください。
Please consult the teacher as soon as possible.
なるべく早く計画を見直してください。
Please review the plan as soon as possible.
なるべく早く会場を下見してください。
Please inspect the venue beforehand as soon as possible.
なるべく早く十分に練習してください。
Please practice thoroughly as soon as possible.
How related patterns differ
ばいいのに can advise or regret; せめて sets a minimum and なるべく the best feasible effort. あえて deliberately acts despite difficulty. くらいなら prefers an alternative; くらいで treats a reason as minor, てまで marks an extreme price, and ないまでも lowers a requirement.